Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bears Den Golf Course

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Park Rapids, MN, United States

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Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Bears Den Golf Course Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bears Den Golf Course, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.

Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.

Skill Distribution

Scoring 30%Distance Control 23%Precision 18%Dispersion 13%Accuracy 13%

Handicap Performance Insights

The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.

18.4

Average HCP

10.7

Minimum HCP

33.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Bears Den Golf Course

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Up to 5 players play hard-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Putting18 min

Three Gates Dispersion [Long]

Hit 30 balls and count how many balls end at which gate (to test for dispersion).

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Bears Den Golf Course.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Facilities

✓Driving Range

✓Putting Green

✓Chipping Green

✓Practice Bunker

✓Motor Cart

✓Pull Cart

✓Golf Clubs Rental

✗Club Fitting

✓Pro Shop

✓Golf Lessons

✗Caddie Hire

✓Restaurant

✓Reception Hall

✓Changing Room

✓Lockers

✗Lodging on Site

Location

18454 Dayspring Dr, Park Rapids, MN 56470, USA

Course Description

Timberlane Resort is a family-oriented lakeside retreat in Park Rapids, Minnesota, offering deluxe lodging, cabins and villas along Long Lake. The resort provides recreation and relaxation opportunities including boating, golf at the Bears Den course, and waterfront amenities, all within a warm, informal hospitality tradition. It is situated near Itasca State Park and the Park Rapids area, making it a regional vacation destination for Minnesota families seeking a lake vacation experience.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

2004

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.2(49 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bears Den Golf Course

We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.

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Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Visualization8%

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Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Vary landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP8 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control33%

Visualization19%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Aim16%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Bears Den Golf Course

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bears Den Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Week 8≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

See your flop landing and rolling out—then execute

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills

Distance Control24%

Dispersion23%

Scoring22%

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Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Chip close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Accuracy34%

Aim17%

Distance Control16%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills

Alignment22%

Aim20%

Scoring20%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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See your flop landing and rolling out—then execute

See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

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Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP4 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision24%

Scoring18%

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Precision Short Irons

Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring33%

Precision28%

Aim13%

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Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Bears Den Golf Course

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Bears Den Golf Course

Get answers to common questions about playing Bears Den Golf Course and what to expect.

How difficult is Bears Den Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?

Bears Den Golf Course presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Bears Den Golf Course?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Bears Den Golf Course?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Bears Den Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Bears Den Golf Course and how should I play it?

Bears Den Golf Course is designed as a Parkland layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.

What features make Bears Den Golf Course strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.

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